What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit round-trip?

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $139. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $179 round trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $63. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $93 on average our data indicates $255 when flying from New Orleans to Detroit.

What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Detroit?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Detroit consider choosing Spirit Airlines (87%), Air France (84%) or Delta (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

The most popular airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit are American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Detroit?

Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 106% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 37 days in advance to save up to 144% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 37 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from New Orleans to Detroit 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $168, or $279 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

Flights from New Orleans to Detroit lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from New Orleans to Detroit in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $56.

What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

If you book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) take 2h 28m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Louis Armstrong to Detroit per day from 4 airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit.

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Detroit?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. New Orleans to Detroit flights typically cost between $130 and $259 in August. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $139 on Spirit Airlines (Aug 18-Aug 22).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

Mon 8/189:51 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/228:40 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$139

Tue 9/1611:30 amMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 29mDelta

Sun 9/218:57 amDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 27mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$179

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Mon 8/189:51 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/228:40 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$139

Tue 9/1611:30 amMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 29mDelta

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Nonstop2h 27mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$179

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Tue 8/52:18 pmMSY - DTW

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1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines

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Tue 8/57:10 amMSY - DTW

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Wed 8/63:12 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops15h 38mAlaska Airlines

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$1,474

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Nonstop2h 30mDelta

Wed 8/138:40 amDTW - MSY

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Deal found 7/30

$339

Mon 8/189:51 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/228:40 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$139

Wed 8/2711:13 amMSY - DTW

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Fri 8/22

8:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop11h 20m

$139

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

11:30 am-2:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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8:57 am-10:24 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$179

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

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9:51 pm-8:33 am

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to DTT?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 74% on flights from New Orleans to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Detroit flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Detroit

The most flights from MSY to DTT are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Detroit. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,980 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,980 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,980 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,048 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,980 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?
If you book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) take 2h 28m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Louis Armstrong to Detroit per day from 4 airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $139. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $179 round trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Detroit?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Detroit consider choosing Spirit Airlines (87%), Air France (84%) or Delta (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $63. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $93 on average our data indicates $255 when flying from New Orleans to Detroit.
Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Detroit that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Detroit?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$68	Average$183	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$189	Average$345	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$209	Average$367	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$218	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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